About Trevor H.

About Trevor

Every musician was first and foremost a fan of music. My love ofmusic began when my mother took me to a performance of Beethoven'sfifth symphony when, coincidentally, I was five. From that point, Istarted fervently listening to my mother's records (those are thehuge, black monstrosities that people in the pre-historic used inplace of iPods), followed closely by my father's CD collection. After a while, this ravenous desire of to know and feel music movedme to play an instrument. After a couple of false starts with thedrums and violin, I found my true musical calling: the guitar.

On January 25th 1995, on a whim, I began playing theguitar, and I have yet to put it down. Along the way I've picked upa number of friends for my guitar, including the bass, the lute, thesitar and, once again, the drums. After on

ly a few years ofpractice, I started playing professionally, in bands and solo guitar. Live playing experience, I believe, is the most important experiencethat any musician can have, in that, the most important part of musicis how it sounds, and playing in front of people is the quickest wayto learn how to play effectively. And this is what I teach; how tobe a musician, not just a technician.

*** Lesson Details ***A student can expect a curriculum tailor-made to their needs and personality. Every person learns differently and this is an important distinction in my teaching style. Some students need a strong hand to keep them working, others need to find many different ways to the same conclusion to keep them focused, while still others need a laid-back friend in order to accept knowledge.

I stress rhythmic literacy, for, as my jazz teacher always said, "rhythm is king." If composition is important to you, then we'll focus on music theory, but if you're just wanting to learn how to play some fun rock tunes with your friends on the weekends, we can do that as well. As I stated before, we'll get you playing in front of people in no time.

Trevor H.

Trevor H.

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About Jonathan

I have nearly thirty years of experience working with students of all ages, both in private and group settings. I have also taught in Latin America - in Spanish.

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Jordan July 14, 2017·Violin·In home

Jordan really enjoyed his first lesson. Jonathan validated for him that the daily work he is putting in is helpful and gave him small steps to go forward with.

Catalina March 4, 2017·Violin·In home

Great first lesson! Friendly, and very easy to follow. Looking forward to our next lesson.

Chad T. January 20, 2016·Violin·In studio

Jonathan has a demonstrable amount of knowledge about the violin including different playing styles, music theory, and its practical application. His approach is incremental and measured that adapts to my specific strengths and weaknesses intermixed with an appropriate amount of patience. He is also very personable. I always look forward to our lessons together.

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About Karin N.

I grew up in the German part of Switzerland. I was exposed to the language throughout my schooling years. In my professional life as a doctor's assistant and later CEO assistant I needed to communicate daily in the German language. I studied business for 3 years. Over the last 3 years I have taught numerous people German. Some only need a little guidance, others keep on coming back to master more fluent conversation.

I'm flexible with my time and willing to adapt to my students' needs.

About Karin

Guten Tag, My name is Karin. I was born and raised in Switzerland. However, Miami is my home now. I love the unique melting pot of Miami. No wonder so many German speaking tourists, investors and patrons are visiting here.

Over more than ten years I have taught numerous people the German language. Some of them only need a little guidance to have a more pleasant traveling experience to Germany. Others keep on coming back to master fluent conversation and writing skills. I'm passionate about tutoring. My goal is to provide an atmosphere that will facilitate an ongoing level of improvement in my students' speaking, writing proficiency. You'll see this by the way I teach. I am flexible with my time and adapt easily to my students' needs. As a first step I get familiar with your expectations. Secondly I recommend an approach that fits you

. Thirdly I want you to have fun and learn in an interactive way.

Bis bald!

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Jane August 13, 2017·German·Online

Karin is truly the best German instructor ever. The most important thing to me is that Karin helps me feel comfortable and confident in at not only reading and understanding German, but also speaking German. I am encouraged and helped at just the right level so I really know that I am learning how to read, write, and speak German in a German speaking country. But there are so many other things as well. The materials she uses are excellent. I get a copy of all the things she types during out on line learning sessions which helps me really learn and remember the German in the lesson. Karin has also sent me other materials such as useful phrases that I could use in situations in another country such as how to order and pay for food in a restaurant, how to tell the clerk what you want when reserving a hotel room, etc. In addition, I can always email Karin if I have a question or concern and Karin responds very quickly. At first, I was concerned that on-line lessons would not be as effective as a classroom lesson face to face. Karin immediately made me feel comfortable learning on line. Now I feel that I am getting more attention and personal one-on-one help more than I would ever get in a classroom. Karin is a really great German teacher.

Jane M. June 14, 2017·German·Online

I love learning German from Karin. As a "nervous language learner" I really appreciate not only Karin's knowledge of German but her patience. Karin inspires me to practice between lessons. The materials we are using is well chosen and and not only helps learning but also provides quick practice on my own. I look forward to my lessons and feel I am making good progress!

Kyler May 30, 2017·German·Online

Karin has been great to work with . She has a strong understanding of the German language. She is able to take formal pronunciation and grammar to create simple but effective conversations. I would recommend highly recommend to anyone interested in learning German. I can't wait for my next next visit to Germany to use what I have learned, Thanks.

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About Jonathan B.

German started in my extended family and has gradually become a central part of my life. First I studied German for five years in grammar school. Then I traveled to Germany multiple times, and hosted Couschsurfers from Germany and Austria. My nephews are being raised bilingual in English and German, and I have both native and second language German speakers in my nuclear and extended family. Having this broad perspective on how German fits in the landscape of international communication, I can adapt a students' education to fit their needs whether it be in mastering school skills or learning German for travel, work or to build relationships.

About Jonathan

I studied music therapy and music theory at Temple University from '06-'10. Learned a lot. Then again, I learned even more teaching at a school for kids with learning disabilities and working as a traveling street performer. Once you see the world and work with some unexpected challenges, you learn how to open up and knuckle down at the same time!

I am currently a full-time YouTube Creator, sidelining in cover bands and a solo act. Teaching is a big part of what I do online so I see my work as a private teacher as 'research' for the lessons I create. Although I'm firmly grounded in a classical music training, there's nothing you can ask about that I won't try to figure out. My favorite thing about teaching is using unexpected questions to develop new ideas that I then integrate into my original compositions. Check out my intro to the B

lues Raga video if you want to hear a good story about what I mean.

Recently I've had several articles published by the TakeLessons Blog. Check out my most recent post here.http://takelessons.com/blog/how-to-play-acoustic-guitar-like-john-mayer-z01

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Kuby H. August 12, 2017·Piano·In studio

Great lesson today! Johnathon is really good with young kids. We started with learning structured notes, and then he let my son improvise. It was magical. I'm happy to see how Johnathon makes the lesson interaction so much fun!

Anne July 22, 2017·Violin·Online

Jennifer March 24, 2016·Guitar·In studio

My son responded very well to his techniques and his teaching ability speaks for itself.

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About Annika V.

Completely bilingual German/English speaker with 20+ years experience teaching and tutoring German to students from different cultural backgrounds. The goal is for students to be able to actively use the language and not be afraid to experiment. The focus is on meaningful conversation and reading authentic texts. Classes are creative, fun and held to 95% in the target language.

About Annika

My first tutoring experience took place in first grade when I was asked to assist a newly arrived Vietnamese girl with her English. I myself had learned English when I first came to the United States at three years of age and could relate well to some of the issues the newcomer was facing.

A true global nomad, I have lived in Germany, the U.S., Mexico and Russia and have traveled extensively. Starting with English and German, and eventually Spanish, French and Russian, I have been instructing students since 1989 in various countries of a variety of ages in a multitude of informal and formal settings.

In 1990, I received my Bachelor of Arts in Russian Studies from George Mason University. In 1995, I completed my Masters Degree in Secondary Education/Teaching English as a Second Language. After one year of working in a public school

setting, I began teaching privately and on a freelance basis for a number of private companies and language schools, and the government.

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Joseph January 17, 2017·German·Online

Annika is a native German who is totally bilingual (English) and can explain complex concepts well in either language. The instruction approach is fast paced but understandable. So far, an excellent experience.

Joseph January 17, 2017·German·Online

Annika is a native German who is totally bilingual (English) and can explain complex concepts well in either language. The instruction approach is fast paced but understandable. So far, an excellent experience.

Brenda January 8, 2016·German·Online

I'm attempting the impossible - learning a new language! Annika makes the impossible feel possible. She is a really great teacher, has excellent suggestions for how to move forward. I like the text we work from, too. I highly recommend learning a new language from Annika!

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About Jared G.

I have studied in Germany more than a year, and have had extensive speaking practice in a host of German-speaking countries and elsewhere. I also hold a degree from a German institution and speak many other Germanic languages fluently.

About Jared

I am a polyglot, translator, teacher, and game designer, specializing in Scandinavian Languages, Yiddish and also a host of rarely taught languages. If you would like to learn a rarer language, such as Icelandic, Greenlandic, Breton or Tok Pisin (see my list below), it can be arranged via the site. Contact me via the question form for any subject for more details.

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Destiny Perez June 14, 2017·Swedish·Online

Jared is interesting and very smart. He was very complimentary on my first lesson and made me feel comfortable. I am looking forward to the coming lessons.

Sydney March 27, 2017·Finnish·Online

Jared is really very patient and helpful!

Yaniv H. March 2, 2017·Yiddish·Online

Jared is a super tutor in my opinion. He cares and he knows his subject well . Took my first class with him and it went great plus he makes it fun so there you go

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About Elisabeth S.

Students will learn and improve written and oral skills, basic conversation, etc.

About Elisabeth

Hi! I'm a recent graduate of Temple University's Boyer College of Music, where I earned a degree in Music Theory. Violin and tuba are my primary instruments. I originally began my studies at Boyer in the Music Education department, and through my time there I have a lot of experience teaching music, especially to kids. I have taught high school marching bands for the past three years and am currently Hornline Director of Ridley High School's marching band. I have also been studying German since a very young age and studied abroad in Germany in college. I earned a minor in German and am a member of the national German honor society, Delta Phi Alpha.

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Emily S. December 1, 2015·Violin·In home

Elisabeth is patient and explains her suggestions for better playing techniques clearly and well.
She is knowledgeable and easy going so lesson didn't feel tense or uncomfortable.

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About Alyssa L.

Being from Germany, I have a love for the German language even though it is sometimes forgotten. I can teach any level of German.

About Alyssa

Hello everyone! My name is Alyssa, I've been teaching for about 6 years. I am experienced in many forms of teaching from opera to ACT English, I have a unique teaching style that will be fun to any age! I've taught as young as 5 and as old as 62, you can learn anything you set your mind to! It'll be fun!

I went to East Florida University for my Bachelors and the University of Kentucky for my Masters, my degree is in Vocal Music Education and General Education. As a singer myself, I have traveled all over Europe and the US which means I have picked up quite a bit of languages which is fun to teach and learn. I'm very happy to teach you, don't hesitate to follow your dreams!

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Sarah March 14, 2017·Vocal Training·In home

Alyssa taught me on general vocal instruction and it helped so much with the basic aspects of voice performance; diction, intonation, tonal memory, and sight reading

Rachel M. March 29, 2016·Singing·In home

Alyssa did a great job relating to my 14 year old and definitely has the gift of encouraging. Though she is young she is quite accomplished and has obviously been studying for years. Rachel came away excited about the lesson and even about her homework.

Sydney February 25, 2016·Music Performance·In home

Alyssa helped me get into my top school by helping me in voice performance and opera! She is the most talented teacher in Frankfort, she can sing wonderfully, she can speak many languages, she is very smart, and she cares about your performance! she is amazing, don't hesitate to make your dreams come true. Hire Alyssa!

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About Julie B.

About Julie

I am an artist and an educator. I am running lessons in arts and German language for children and adults. I bring many years of professional experience in various areas of child and youth work, including day care and nursery, up to the management of kindergartens. From 2002 to 2010, I have led a kindergarten in Germany. From 2010 to 2015 I have lived in Shanghai, China. 2012 I have founded my own company and did countless arts workshops with adults, youth, children, families, NGOs, academia, other artists and fashion designers. In 2013 I have supported a first-year pupil with Auditory Perceptual Disorder in reading and listening skills and dealing with aggression, in cooperation with his mother. From 2014 to 2015 I have taught German to Chinese children. Since January 2016 I live in Chattanooga and work as a teacher. I have three own chil

dren. I love to live my work and like to do things, and not just to see it as a job. I would be very happy to be your teacher!

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About Susanne A.

I can teach you everything about the language and the culture of Germany. Doing my degree in German as foreign language and being a native, I can provide professional knowledge of teaching but aswell teach you everything about the german culture, prepare you for situations in Germany and give you tips regarding to literature, music, art, traveling and history

About Susanne

I'm originally from Munich, Germany and moved to Miami one year ago. I have a BA in History and a Masters degree in German literature. Currently I'm doing a further education at the Goethe Institut in Teaching German as a foreign language and teaching German at a language school in Miami, Brickell. I love my culture and can teach you everything about it, its history, language and the german way of life.

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Joshua S. June 26, 2017·German·Online

Susanne is awesome! She's working with my three elementary aged boys to maintain their German after having lived in Germany for four years. I think this would normally be a challenge due to their age but not for Susanne. Susanne is very intelligent, easy going and super patient and engaging. She would be a great instructor for all ages and abilities!

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"Karin is so great, good temper and perfect pronunciation, thanks so much, i really made a very good decision to learn from her."

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Review by Lee

"Karin is extremely patient, particularly when teaching you to speak and think in German. She also challenges you when she sees that you are progressing wi

th each lesson.

I highly recommend Karin for folks at any level."

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Review by Claudia

"I have taken 3 classes now and I really like it. Karin is a very good teacher and she will send all the text books and other study material. Really good!"

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Review by Whitney

"Karin was so easy to work with and made learning German fun and easy! I felt I had great results very quickly. I'm certain I will continue my German lesso

ns with Karin and I'm sure I will enjoy learning with her!"

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Review by Eleanor

"Very responsive and patient. A goldmine."

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Review by Katarina Diglisic

"Karin is amazing. I only had one class so far, but my experience is nothing but the best. First, when I decided to go with her as a tutor, she responded t

o my e-mails right away, even though she was in Switzerland at the time. Then, she helped me figure out if it's the best to do online classes. And, before every class she send me material that we'll be doing at class, so I can get ready.

So grateful that I found such great German tutor. Looking forward to the next class."

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"Thanks Karin!"

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"Karin is too good. She is well prepared in advance for her lessons and very encouraging.
My kids love her."

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